American Honda Supports Lead Ban Exemption for OHVs

Torrance, CA: American Honda Motor Co.,
Inc., extends heartfelt congratulations to the many
individuals—off-road riding enthusiasts, powersports industry
members, consumer groups, legislators and more—who have extended
relentless efforts to gain an exemption for youth Off-Highway
Vehicles (OHVs) from the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act
(CPSIA) of 2008, known as the lead law. On August 12, 2011, H.R. 2715
became law, exempting youth OHVs from the restrictions of the CPSIA
so that parents and children can once again enjoy motorized
recreation as a family.

“Three years ago, the entire industry
sent out a call to mobilize all riding enthusiasts to combat the
unintended consequences of the CPSIA,” said Powersports Press
Manager Bill Savino. “The fact that H.R. 2715 has become law really
emphasizes how much we all can do when we pull together to protect
our sport. This is a proud day for all Powersports enthusiasts.”

The CPSIA, which went into effect on
February 10, 2009, banned the making, importing, distributing or
selling of any product intended for children 12 and under that
contained more than a specified amount of lead in any accessible
part, such as cylinder heads, carburetors, and tire valve stem,
regardless of whether they presented any real risk of lead exposure.
This, in essence, created a ban on the sale of youth motorcycles and
ATVs. The enactment of H.R. 2715 to exempt youth off-road
recreational vehicles stands as a great accomplishment for the
millions of riders who advocate safe and responsible OHV recreation.

About Honda

American Honda Motor Co., Inc., is the
sole distributor of Honda motorcycles, scooters, ATVs and MUVs in the
U.S. American Honda’s Motorcycle Division conducts the sales,
marketing and operational activities for these products through
authorized Honda dealers. For more information on Honda products, go
to powersports.honda.com.